H&S Manager - Solar (IT) / Contractor

Free-Work UK; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established client in the solar industry is seeking 2 x H&S Managers to oversee health and safety protocols at large-scale solar farms. Your primary role will involve developing and managing safety programmes, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience and relevant H&S certifications, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a health and safety role.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce health and safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments.
• Lead incident investigations and ensure accurate reporting.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Risk Assessment

Safety Management

Education

Relevant H&S certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH)

Job description

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A well-established client within solar are looking for 2 x H&S Managers to oversee all health and safety protocols on two different large-scale ground mount solar farms.

You primary responsibility will be to develop, implement, and manage comprehensive safety programmes to ensure a safe working environment for all employees and contractors.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and enforce health and safety policies and procedures in compliance with UK regulations, including the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement corrective actions.

Lead incident investigations and ensure accurate reporting and documentation.

Provide training and support to staff and contractors on health and safety practices.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of H&S legislation and industry best practices.

Collaborate with project management and other stakeholders to integrate safety into all phases of the project.

Monitor and report on health and safety performance, identifying areas for improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a health and safety role, ideally with similar experience of working on a large-scale solar project.

Strong knowledge of UK H&S regulations and best practices.

Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Relevant H&S certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) are highly desirable.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

If you are interested in this role and believe you would be suitable, then please apply as soon as possible.

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Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Human Resources Services

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